Alyson Denton, Mot, Otr/L Email and Phone Number

• Lead initial accreditation process resulting in full accreditation with ACOTE, including no areas of non-compliance, for the OTA program• Solid history of strong program outcomes including 100% pass rate on national board exam• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate full-time faculty and adjuncts at all campus locations• Create unique curriculum, including engaging hands-on experiential learning for the students• Establish program advisory committee, clinical sites and strong community network• Inspire and nurture rapport with student body as professional mentor and academic advisor• Serve as member of advisory committee for OTA program within the educational system

• Evaluated, documented and re-assessed occupational performance through standardized assessments, skilled observations, behavioral checklists and interviews• Implemented individualized and collaborative student outcomes as member of IEP team • Provided personalized, evidence-based intervention to facilitate student progress and participation in educational environment. Maintained records and documentation in compliance with standards and policy• Adapted and modified environments, including the use of assistive technology, to establish the highest level of independence for student• Educated students, educational professionals and families on techniques to enhance success in home and school environments• Designed and delivered continuing education and in-service trainings for colleagues • Provided legal supervision of certified occupational therapy assistants and OT/OTA students assuming full responsibility for ethical and effective service delivery

• Evaluated pediatric clients and created comprehensive intervention plan to address barriers for participation. Service setting included outpatient, school-based, and early intervention• Traveled through out the state to evaluate and provide training in specialty areas of assistive technology and feeding• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to ensure effective program planning and attainment of established outcomes based on personalized needs and evidence-based research• Conducted home visit or other natural environment to instruct and educate parents, caregivers, and support personnel for program enhancement or transition to other services and settings• Developed natural supports and environmental adaptations for improved independence• Facilitated communication and participated in team meetings and continuing education• Attained additional training in Neurodevelopmental Treatment Strategies (NDT)

• Inpatient and outpatient services for adults with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and functional deficits as a result of other forms of neurological insult• Group and individual interventions for behavioral health for children and adolescents